Machinist - Main Valve Housing

Worthington Enterprises • Maize, KS

2h

About The Position

Worthington Enterprises is seeking an experienced Machinist to work in the main valve housing department, producing parts used in propane cylinders. The position works with department teammates to meet production schedules and quality standards while minimizing downtime and supporting customer needs. It calls for strong mechanical knowledge, attention to detail, self-motivation, problem-solving ability, and a strong work ethic.

The role is on night shift, with 12-hour shifts from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled and may involve varying temperatures.

Worthington Enterprises describes its mission as creating better solutions for customers, opportunities for employees, returns for shareholders, and positive community impact, guided by treating others as it would like to be treated.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to perform basic math, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled, with exposure to varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, assembly, machine operation, or related experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on cold headers/cold formers and multi-spindle screw machines.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to machine parts to specification while maintaining required tolerances.
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure efficient and accurate production prior to approval.
• Inspect finished product to verify conformance with quality standards and specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Work independently and take ownership of assigned equipment and tasks.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement.
• Follow plant safety rules, policies, and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout.
• Perform duties safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and transformation initiatives, including safety initiatives.
• Assist team members as needed to support production goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a lead, supervisor, or manager.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with shift premiums.
• Overtime pay at time-and-a-half for hours over 40 per week and double-time for hours over 48 per week.
• Quarterly profit-sharing with no cap.
• Rotating schedule that provides every other weekend off and requires working 13 days per month.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one, with HSA contributions included.
• On-the-job training and opportunities to learn new skills and grow a career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED